Gumball Drift
- April 4, 2016
- Ghost Machine
Get on Steam"Gumball Drift is a fast-paced arcade-style VR racing game with a God's eye perspective. Compete against AI opponents on various tracks, using power-ups like repair packs, force fields, and nitro to gain an edge. Avoid collisions to maintain your lead and drift your way to the finish line."
Reviews
- The game features a charming visual style with cute mini maps and toy car models, making it enjoyable to look at.
- Driving and drifting mechanics are fun, providing a nostalgic feel reminiscent of classic arcade racers.
- The game is easy to pick up and play, making it suitable for short gaming sessions.
- The game lacks polish and feels more like a mobile title, with limited content and depth in gameplay.
- Multiplayer functionality is broken and poorly designed, leading to frustrating experiences when trying to play with friends.
- The absence of motion controller support and a high price point compared to the game's content make it hard to recommend.
- music2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -100 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game's music has been criticized for its lack of an engaging soundtrack, leaving players with repetitive sounds like car hums and monotone fireworks. Additionally, the volume controls are ineffective, leading to jarring audio experiences, particularly at the start of races.
“The sound of the game can wear on you, as there is no in-game soundtrack. All you're left with is the odd hum of the cars and the monotone fireworks at the end of the race.”
“I later found out that the volume sliders only affect the main menu, and even with the sound off, the music at the start of the race will blow out your eardrums.”
“The sound of the game can wear on you as well, with no in-game soundtrack; all you're left with is the odd hum of the cars and the monotone fireworks at the end of the race.”
“I later found out the volume sliders only affect the main menu, and even with the sound off, the music at the start of the race will blow out your eardrums.”
- gameplay2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- -150 % neutral mentions
- 150 % negative mentions
The gameplay features enjoyable driving and drifting mechanics, though they may feel shallow. The visuals are reminiscent of older cartoon-style graphics, yet they are presented clearly in a VR environment, accommodating both seated and standard play without issues.
“The driving and drifting mechanics are fun but could use more depth.”
“Visually, it's a basic cartoon style graphics, reminiscent of games from 10 years ago, but it is rendered brightly and clearly within your VR environment. Both seated and standard gameplay pose no issues.”
“The gameplay feels outdated and lacks innovation, reminiscent of titles from a decade ago.”
“While the graphics are bright and clear, the overall gameplay experience is quite basic and uninspired.”
“The game offers no significant challenges or engaging mechanics, making it feel repetitive and dull.”
- graphics1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -500 % neutral mentions
- 300 % negative mentions
The graphics are characterized by a basic cartoon style reminiscent of games from a decade ago, yet they are rendered brightly and clearly, providing a visually appealing experience in both VR and standard gameplay modes.
“The graphics are a charming cartoon style, reminiscent of games from a decade ago, but they are rendered brightly and clearly, making for an enjoyable experience in both VR and standard gameplay.”
“The vibrant and clear visuals create an immersive environment that enhances the overall gameplay experience.”
“The art style is simple yet effective, providing a nostalgic feel while still being visually appealing in modern gameplay.”
“The graphics are very basic, resembling cartoon styles from a decade ago, which makes the game feel outdated.”
“While the visuals are rendered brightly and clearly, they lack the depth and detail expected from modern games.”
“The overall aesthetic feels like a step back in time, failing to impress with its simplistic design.”
- stability1 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The game is enjoyable, but players report experiencing numerous bugs that affect its stability.
“Fun game, but it is buggy.”
